The next unit we will have to replace carpet and I'd like to clean up the moulding but hope not to replace. 

Run down the list carpets, floors, paint, doors, toilets windows... etc. 

I have ask my landlord to replace my carpet since it's been over 10 years since I moved in she has agreed to replace the carpet on several occasions  however stated that  the property owner needs to come and inspect the carpet to make sure that  it is not  above and beyond normal wear and tear it is my understanding that in California the carpet should be replaced after 10 years  it is has bugs in it  there is no padding left  it is filthy grungy and it's already been cleaned twice and no  difference  because I am diabetic if I can have it replace laminate flooring that are being installed and all the  recently vacated units  which are being renovated I asked her on several occasions if I can have laminate floor instead of carpet and she stated that they cannot install laminate flooring in upstairs units due to the noise however I just discovered that the unit adjacent to mine on the upstairs floor  just  was renovated and they installed laminate flooring as this discrimination can I demand  this type of flooring  and ask  her about the new laminate flooring on the second floor policy and why I am unable to  have the same  can I demand that type of flooring or do I have to have carpet  I also feel she is being discriminating against me for no reason  she has been short when I ask for repairs  I asked to move to the downstairs unit and she gave me a whole rant about how she doesn't think that the property owners would allow me to move down there based on my rent being late once or twice  and a bunch of other reasons which I don't think it's her business  to point these things out to me or rather she should just give me the application or instructions on how to go about it and let the property owners make that decision  do I have any basis for discrimination  complaint against her with the fair housing authorities  California

After she was served her 24 hours to vacate, she took a $200 microwave, left the unit extremely dirty, damage the carpet with paint (on purpose)....long story short, her deposit was only $1000 and damages and stolen property came out to about $1500.

If you are using unfinished flooring your base will be marked up from the sanders, edgers and you may get some unintentional poly splash when coating. also if there is existing hardwood that will be refinished cover it before you paint and careful with the demo guys removing carpet.

Here is a breakdown of the items they saw that needs attention.Needs minor trash removal; needs mownSupport post trim needs replaced; badly deteriorated; upper trim needs scraped and paintedBroken panes on side back needs replacedReplace fixture on front porch; flood lights on backNeeds some minor trash removed and minor work done220 wiring needs secured;not up to code, needs to be placed inside conduit.Install new furnace filterClean and paint register ventsInstall apprx. 4 door stopsFull interior rent ready cleaning required after all work completeReplace as needed to match all light bulbsSteam clean all carpet; sweep and mop vinylReplace missing storm door, paint interior doorPaint all wallsPaint door; interior shows signs of previous leak, but doesn’t appear to be a current problem; paint interiorSeal gaps in side window; paint all; seals appear damaged on double pane windows; may not be an issueReplace screensInstall two smoke detectorsInstall two blindsTouch up, as neededPaint all window sealsSeals appear bad; paintInstall screenVery old and drawers fall out; should be replaced with new; secure handles, if keptHas several large chips; functional sink otherwiseInstall two strainers Install fire extinguisherPaint side exit doorEstimated cost is $4,000. 

I’ve made substantial improvements to the property (flooring, texture, interior and exterior paint, total bathroom remodel, painted cabinets, new carpet, crown and base, new doors).

I hate carpet and have gotten tired of replacing it after 35 years of investing.

Especially if the market slows down.With our home, the kitchen was good, but it had carpet and nasty bathroom tiles, so we did that, repainted, and put in new toilets from Costco, and the over $14K we spent on that seems to have added about $30K already to the home value, probably more in the future as we have long-term appreciation. 

There was straight up gravel on that carpet.